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Pláka Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 30s🇬🇷Moudros Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pláka Lighthouse

Constructed in 1912, the Pláka Lighthouse is a cylindrical stone tower measuring 18 meters high, topped with a green dome. It stands on a sharp promontory at the northeastern corner of Lémnos, approximately 3 km north of the village of Pláka. The structure includes a lantern and gallery attached to a one-story stone keeper's house. Its light emits a white flash every 30 seconds from a focal height of 55 meters, visible for nearly 19.5 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation around Lémnos, warning vessels away from the northeastern promontory. Its light characteristic provides clear identification for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl W 30s
Focal Height
55m
Geographic Range
19.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1912

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green dome
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Moudros Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Northern Aegean
Sea Region
end of a sharp promontory at the northeastern corner of Lémnos, about 3 km north of the village of Pláka
Latitude
40.0351°
Longitude
25.4455°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Moudhros(13.0 km)
Admiralty No.
N4572
ARLHS No.
GRE-107
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pláka Lighthouse at night?+
Pláka displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 30s — 3 white flashes every 30 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pláka Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pláka Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Moúdhros at 12.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kontias Limnou (18.2 NM SW), Mírina (20.5 NM WSW), Gokceada (26.1 NM ENE), Samothráki (26.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pláka Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pláka Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Pláka Lighthouse?+
Pláka Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Pláka Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pláka Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.